How to leave a lousy payer and secure revenue in the process

Why This Topic Matters

For practices under pressure from unfavorable contract terms, the article highlights the business planning needed before terminating a payer. It helps readers understand the operational and revenue implications of making that decision.

Article Sections

1. Contract negotiations

   Introduces the article’s focus on preparing for payer contract disputes and the business context surrounding contract termination decisions.

2. Six steps to take when deciding whether leaving a payer is financially beneficial to your practice

   Outlines a step-by-step framework for evaluating the financial impact of ending a payer relationship, including revenue, costs, volume changes, patient notice, and follow-up considerations.